My dear St. Philip Neri Parishioners, 

May the Lord bless you and keep you

May the Lord let his face shine upon you

May the Lord look on you and fill you with his peace.

There is no message from Fr. Mike this week.  Please stay tuned for his message next week.

Praise be Jesus Christ … and Mary Immaculate

St. Philip Neri … pray for us

St. Eugene de Mazenod … pray for us

St. Kateri Tekakwitha … pray for us

Wherever you go, go with God … Whenever you go, go make a difference.

Fr. Mike

A Prayer for Ukraine

God of peace and justice, we pray for the people of Ukraine today. We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons. We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow, that your spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions. Above all, we pray for all your precious children at risk and in fear that you would hold and protect them. We pray in the name of Jesus the Prince of Peace. Amen.

Hi Everyone!

 My oh my how quickly time is flying by!  Only one more week until we begin our journey through Advent. I sure hope Advent doesn't fly by as fast as the month of November is!  

I think "Frosty" has the right idea!  What a blessing to see this mild weather return!  Single digit temperatures (and very little new snow!) right until the end of the month?  Wow - It's going to feel almost tropical!  Thank goodness we aren't in Buffalo right now, where they are preparing to get four FEET of snow this weekend!  Better get those snowplows ready!  Did our winter weather pattern somehow get flipped around with theirs?  I think we definitely got the better deal!

 Okay - enough about this bizarre/fascinating/great weather.  Let's see what I've got for you in this week's Newsletter:

• Attention all CWL members - your group photo appointment for the Pictorial Directory is set for this Tues. Nov. 22 at 8 pm.  Please see more details directly below.
• The next Truth and Reconciliation Discussion Group Meeting is scheduled for this Wed. Nov. 23 at 7 pm.  All the details are below.
• Our Knights of Columbus are going to get us in the Christmas spirit on Sunday, Dec. 4, with a Fun Family Afternoon!  Families will not want to miss this crafty, creative, yummy two-hour event!  Be sure to check out the cute display in the Welcome Area as well as the details below!
• The annual Christmas Social for CWL and K of C members will be on Monday, Dec. 5. Don't forget to buy your tickets!  The details are below.  
• The response to the St. Mary's Christmas food hamper program has been amazing so far! Let's keep going! There is still more room for more families/individuals to sign up for this important Christmas project - these food hampers are so very much needed and appreciated!  There are other ways you may also help out - check out the updated details below.
• The picture-taking for the PIctorial Directory has been going very well!  If you don't have an appointment but would still like to get your photo taken for the Directory, see how to do so, below. 
• Don't forget about the Refugee Committee's Annual Fair Trade Sale - all orders for Fair Trade coffee, tea, and chocolate products are due in to Sheila Flory by Dec. 4.  Please see below for many more details.
• A reminder that the Knights of Columbus Co-op Gift Cards will be on sale THIS weekend, Nov. 19-20, after both weekend Masses. Scroll down below to learn more.  
• Campaign Life Coalition SK will also be selling their Christmas fruit cake and Christmas cards this weekend, Nov. 19-20!  Be sure to stop by their table in the Welcome Area after the weekend Masses to purchase yours!  More details remain below.
• Last chance to order your beautiful poinsettia plant for Christmas from our Refugee Committee!  Read all the details below and get your order in to Sheila - the deadline is THIS Tues. Nov. 22! 
• Remember - for the month of November, we will be collecting whole grain pasta and whole grain cereals for the Food Bank. More details are below.  
• We are still looking for two more adults to help out with Children's Liturgy. This is a great (fun!) way to contribute to "building up our Parish",  starting with the little ones!  More details are below under "Parish Liturgical Ministries", in yellow.
• A reminder that there is still time to make a donation to the BAA, if you so choose. The details remain below.   
• The next Bereavement Support gathering will be held on Tuesday, November 22.  Anyone can join at any time - we would love to have you.  Please see more details below.  
• Don't forget to check out this week's Church Chuckle!  This one cracked me up! 
• The CWL Clothing Depot is now collecting items for their Annual Christmas Sale!  The items they are looking for are listed below.  This is such an important event for the Saskatoon community!
• Do you like Ukrainian food?  If so, here is your chance to order some for those Christmas holiday meals!  Scroll down below for all the delicious details!
• If you've ever wanted a hand-made Outdoor Nativity Scene for your lawn during the Christmas season, here is your chance to purchase one!  Scroll down below and check out all the details, in green.  
• Here is another special Christmas opportunity - helping out with some Prison Outreach by sharing the Christmas spirit through a monetary donation.  You can find more information about how you can help, below.   
• Want to go out for Sunday Brunch this Sunday?  Why not head down to St. Joseph's Hall on Broadway, between 10 am - 1 pm, and enjoy their fabulous monthly Pancake Breakfast!  All the yummy details are below. 

It really is nice to see the weather warming up again - just in time for Grey Cup Sunday!  Even though our beloved Roughriders are not in the Big Game (in Regina!), it will still be fun to watch the east - west battle in our Canadian football finale!  And then, next Wed. Nov. 23, our Men's Canadian soccer team will be taking on Belgium in their first game of the World Cup!  This is our first World Cup appearance for our men's team in 35 years, so we better cheer loud for our lads in the red and white!  Go Canada Go!

Have a great weekend, everyone, enjoy the beatiful mild temperatures and talk to you next week - as together we welcome in the beautiful season of Advent!

Balmy Blessings, 

Marlene

CWL Group Photo!

THIS Tues. Nov. 22

The CWL will be having their group photo taken for our Parish Directory THIS Tuesday, Nov. 22, at 8 pm.  We hope to have as many members as possible in the photo!  Please try to be at the church by 7:45 pm - taking the photo will not take long at all.  Thanks to all, and hope to see you in the Welcome Area on Tues. Nov. 22, at 7:45 pm!

Truth and Reconciliation Discussion Group Meeting

THIS Wednesday, Nov. 23

Please join us on Wednesday, November 23, at 7:00 pm in the church Welcome Area, for the next meeting of the Truth and Reconciliation Discussion Group. 

Our focus is on education and learning, and on the foundation of hard truths, heartfelt reflection, and respectful conversation that reconciliation depends upon. You don’t need to have participated in our previous discussions, just come along. On November 23, we will continue our discussion of The Doctrine of Discovery and other aspects of our shared colonial past. You might wish to read Chapter 6 of Listening to Indigenous Voices, but if you don’t yet have the book, please join us anyway. Everyone is welcome!

Fun Family Afternoon!

Sunday, December 4

Get ready for a wonderful FAMILY AFTERNOON, as we start getting into the Christmas spirit!  You are invited to join other families in the Welcome Area of the church for a fun-filled pre-Christmas event, on Sunday, December 4, from 1 - 3 pm!  Have fun decorating bird house ornaments, decorating Christmas cookies (YUM!) and singing Christmas carols!  This is another free family event brought to you by our St. Philip Neri Knights of Columbus. Everyone is welcome! 

Christmas Social for CWL and K of C Members

Monday, December 5

This year's Christmas Social for CWL and K of C members will be held on Monday, Dec. 5 in the Welcome Area.  Wine and appetizers will be served at 5:30 pm, with dinner beginning at 6:30 pm.  

Tickets are $25 per person and will be available for purchase after the two weekend Masses, until Thursday, Dec. 1.  Cheques are preferred but cash will be accepted - exact amount, please.

CWL Membership renewals for 2023 will also be available after the weekend Masses, for $35.  

St. Mary's Christmas Hampers - UPDATE!

Still time to sign up in the Welcome Area!

What an incredible response from our St. Philip Neri faith community so far! Your generosity and support is valued and appreciated.

Please continue to sign up in the Welcome Area, or contact Rachelle at (306) 371-8348 if you wish to sponsor a hamper. If you would rather e-transfer a donation directly to St. Mary’s Parish, please send it to stmarysrectory@sasktel.net and include your full name, address and indicate that it is for ‘Christmas Hampers’. Tax receipts will be provided for donations over $20.

Individual food donations will be accepted at the beginning of December. More details will be coming soon.

Finally, Rachelle will be in touch with all those who have signed up for a hamper with details about grocery, box and delivery.  Thanks again for the incredible generoisty you are showing towards our less fortunate sisters and brothers in our Saskatoon community.  

UPDATE: Photo sittings for our new Pictorial Directory continue next week!

Annual 2022 Fair Trade Sale

St. Philip Neri Refugee Committee

Here comes the Refugee Committee's Annual Fair Trade Sale, as they continue to raise funds to help support our current and future newcomers as they arrive and settle in Saskatoon!  Check out all the items for sale below.

Please note:  Items must be pre-ordered by 4 pm on Sun. Dec. 4. Pick-up date for orders is Saturday, Dec 17.

Level Ground Products:

Coffee 300g: $13.00 Bean or Ground

- Columbia; French Roast; East Africa (previously Rift Valley); Ethiopia; Peru; Andes Mountains; Bright Roast; Decaf

Tea Bags 40g: $7.00

- Black Tea; Green Tea; Chai Tea or Earl Grey Tea

Loose Leaf 70g: $7.00

- Black Tea; Green Tea; Earl Grey Tea; Chai Tea

Dried Fruit: 90 – 130g: $8.00 Mango; Pineapple; Banana; Golden Berry

Cane Sugar: $8.00 (500 g Organic)

Camino Products:

Chocolate bars: $5 plus GST

- Milk chocolate (38% cacao); Dark chocolate (55%); Bittersweet Dark chocolate (71%); Intensely Dark chocolate (88%); Dark choc and almonds (55%); Almonds & Sea Salt (55%); Orange dark chocolate (65%); Raspberry dark choc (65%); Salted Caramel Crunch (55%); Coconut Milk (55%); Nightfall Dark Choc (92%)

Hot chocolate powder: $7 (336g)

- Milk Hot Chocolate; Dark Hot Chocolate

Hot Chocolate with no added dairy (vegan): $7 (275g)

- Simply Dark Hot Choc; Chili & Spice; Intensely Dark Choc; Maple Hot Choc

Baking Cocoa Powder: $7 (224g)

Shredded Coconut: $5 (200g)

Items must be pre-ordered by Dec 4th. Please send your order to sheila.flory@usask.ca or phone Sheila at (306) 931-8053. Your order will be ready to pick up in Welcome Area at St Philip Neri church on Dec. 17 between 10 am -2 pm. Please specify a half-hour time slot or one will be assigned to you.

Thank you for your support!

St. Philip Neri Parish K of C

Co-op Gift Cards - On Sale THIS Weekend!

The St. Philip Neri Knights of Columbus will resume selling their Co-op Gift Cards, on the third Sunday of each month, in the Welcome Area, after both weekend Masses.  The next two sale weekends will be THIS weekend, November 19-20, and December 17-18.  Get your as soon as possible, because once they're gone, they're gone!  Thanks for supporting our Knights of Columbus in this win-win fund-raising effort!  

Christmas Cards and Cake! On Sale THIS Weeknd!

Campaign Life Coalition SK

Campaign Life Coalition SK will be selling religious Christmas cards and Christmas fruit cakes here in our Welcome Area after the weekend Masses on Saturday, Nov. 19 and Sunday, Nov. 20.  The Christmas cards are $10 for a package of 10 or three packages of cards for $25.  The Christmas cakes are $15 for the 1 lb cake and $25 for the 2.5 lb cake.  

For additonal information, please contact Louis Roth at (306) 249-2764.  

Annual Poinsettia Sale - Order Deadline is THIS Tues. Nov. 22!

St. Philip Neri Refugee Committee Fundraiser

The St Philip Neri Refugee Committee is having our annual poinsettia plant sale as a fundraiser to support our ongoing refugee settlement work. The plants are in 6.5" pots, and they come in four colors (red, white, ice crystal, and red glitter). Plants are 12-16” high and 10-12” in diameter. The price is $25/plant or, if you order 5 or more plants, they are $20/plant. You must pre-order the plants by emailing Sheila Flory, at sheila.flory@usask.ca or phone (306) 931-8053, before 4 pm, on Tuesday, Nov 22. Poinsettia plants will be available for pick-up at St. Philip Neri Parish between 10 am and 2 pm on Saturday Dec. 3 (please specify a half-hour time slot or one will be assigned to you). Note:  If the supplier runs out of a colour, red will be substituted.

NOVEMBER Food Collection

For the Food Bank

For the month of November, we are collecting whole grain pasta and whole grain cereals for the Food Bank. In addition, there is always a need for other non-perishables. Please be sure to check "best before" dates.  There is a large bin in the Welcome Area to accommodate your donations.  Thank you for your incredible generosity!

St. Philip Neri Refugee Committee

Furniture & Household Items Needed

Are you downsizing or just doing some fall house-cleaning and de-cluttering?  We have just the place for the items you no longer want or need.  The Refugee Committee is once again asking for furniture, kitchen and other household items to replenish their stock as they prepare for the future arrival of more refugee families.  Please call Denise Debrau, at (306) 291-1675 if you have any questions or would like to schedule a pick-up of your donated items. Thank you so much for your ongoing support of our refugee familiies!  

Parish Liturgical Ministries

Liturgical Ministries: There have been lists and schedules emailed out regarding Liturgical ministries, with only a few more lists left to prepare and email.  For additional information, please contact Shirley Hyshka, Pastoral Associate, at the Parish.

Children's Liturgy: There is still hope that the Parish will be able to offer this ministry, at least for the younger children, but a couple more adult leaders are definitely needed. Please contact Shirley for more information.

Sacrament of Confirmation:  The preparation and celebration of this Sacrament has now been moved to the Grade 6 level.  There may be some youth who missed the preparation and celebration of this Sacrament.  More information will be available in the early months of 2023.  

Sacrament of Baptism:  Congratulations to the families of Elio Puno, son of Svetlana and Edward and Cooper Peti, son of Erin and Nicholas Peti as both these little boys were baptized at the Parish this weekend. The parish community looks forward to walking in faith with them as they grow in Christ’s love. The next date for the celebration of Baptism is Sunday, January 29, 2023. Pre registration is necessary.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults): Are you interested in becoming Catholic? Are you searching, pondering, or asking questions about the Catholic faith? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a journey of weekly sessions, where you will prepare to receive the sacraments, learn what it means to be Catholic and take your place as a fully participating member of the Catholic Church. If you are interested in exploring the possibility of becoming a Catholic, please contact Cindy Lewans at cindy.lewans@gmail.com.  We invite you to learn what the Church teaches, and be introduced to some of our Parish members. These sessions are also opportunities for you, and others who you may wish to invite, to ask questions you may have about the Church!

Sunday Missals 2022-23:  The new Missals continue to be available for purchase in the Welcome Area.  Cost is $5 - cash only, please.   

Bishop’s Annual Appeal 2022

For Sunday, November 20

Thanks to all who are supporting the 2022 Bishop’s Annual! Thanks to your gifts to the BAA, together we are “Serving Others” – visiting the sick (hospital chaplaincy), welcoming the stranger (refugee sponsorship), living out the principles of Catholic Social Teaching (reverence for life, justice and peace, truth and reconciliation) and reaching out to the imprisoned (prison ministry). Thanks to BAA support, together we are providing faith formation, catechesis and enrichment to all ages through sacramental preparation, evangelization and catechesis, marriage preparation, youth and young adult ministry, vocation promotion, and adult faith programs. Gifts to the BAA also support the Friendship Inn, Indigenous ministry, and more. 

You can make your gift to the Bishop's Annual Appeal in your local parish, online at dscf.ca/baa or by electronic transfer to: e-transferBAA@dscf.ca or call (306) 659-5851 for more information.

If our Lord came today, would we, as Christians stewards, be prepared to render an account of how we have answered His call by using our God-given gifts of time, talent and treasure to build His kingdom for His glory? (See 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12)

St. Philip Neri Parish Bereavement Support

Tuesday, November 22, 1-3 pm

Please know that there is support offered here at the Parish. If you would like a place to gather and talk with others who have lost a loved one, please come out to our next gathering on Tuesday, November 22, from 1 to 3 pm, here in the church's Sunroom. We look forward to walking with you in faith! No registration fee or sign up are required. Please just feel comfortable in coming to join us. For more information, please call Deb, our Parish Nurse, at the Parish.

Golden Age Card Players

The Golden Age Group at St. Philip Neri meets regularly to play cards, every second Wedesday, from 1:30 - 4:00 pm in the Welcome Area. 

Their next session will be on Wednesday, November 30, and the cost is $2 per day.  They happily welcome any new players to join them for some fun, friendly competition! Mark you calendar with the future dates: December 14 and 28. For more information, please call the president, Sylvia Godbout, at (306) 374-9085. 

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Every Monday evening (except for long weekends), from 6 pm to 10 pm, and also every second Thursday of the month, from 9 am to 6 pm, people are invited to pray with the Blessed Sacrament in the main area of the church. 

The upcoming Adoration schedule: 

• Monday evenings, Nov. 21 & 28 from 6 pm-10 pm) 
• The next full day Adoration will be on Thursday, Dec. 8, from 9 am - 6 pm.

Church Chuckle!

After having children, Adam and Eve started getting a lot of questions from their kids about why they no longer lived in Eden. Adam has a simple answer for this: “Your mother ate us out of house and home.”

Diocesan Prayer Intention

For those burdened by physical and mental illness, by grief, suffering and loneliness — we pray as a Diocesan family that all will find courage in God, and in the ministries and outreach shared as blessings through gifts to the 2022 Bishop's Annual Appeal.

CWL Clothing Depot

Annual Christmas Sale Needs

The CWL Clothing Depot is requesting donations of NEW items for its Annual Christmas Sale. Most-needed items include new toys, socks, underwear, gloves, mittens, toques, sheets, towels, jewellery, health and beauty items, household and kitchen items, and individually wrapped candy. Warm coats and jackets are also in high demand. 

Donations help those who are struggling to make ends meet, giving them a joyous opportunity to shop for Christmas gifts for their loved ones. Parents can choose toys and other gifts at an affordable price while enjoying the freedom and dignity of making their own purchases, while children with only a few coins can buy gifts for their loved ones! Donations can be dropped off between 10 am and 2 pm Monday to Friday, at 619-20th Street West (rear entrance of Friendship Inn). Please ring the back doorbell when delivering items. Volunteers are always welcome at the CWL Clothing Depot! Please call Bea for more information, at (306) 242-5042.

Christmas Fundraiser

Delicious Ukrainian Food!

Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League has food items for sale, including perogies (potato, cheddar and onion) $30 for 5 dozen; sauerkraut perogies $25 for 3 dozen; cabbage rolls (rice) $25 for 3 dozen; wheat $3; kolach medium $8 each or large $10 each. 

Pre-orders will be taken from Nov. 28-30; to order phone Sharon (306) 382-9285 or Rita (306) 249-2871. Pick-up date for pre-orders is Friday, Dec. 2 at Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, 10th Street and Munroe Avenue.

Keep Christ In Christmas

The Knights of Columbus Denis Mahoney Council 8215 are manufacturing and selling Outdoor Nativity Scenes. 

Features:

• Fir plywood ½ inch thick;
• Paint or stain ready, add your own lighting;
• Measuring approximately 4 feet by 4 feet;
• Easily assembled and easily stored.

Cost: $85 each; delivery or pick-up. There is a limited supply. (Fridge or car magnets are $4 each.) For information and orders, please call or message (306) 221-5893 or email garrymaier@outlook.com. The Knights of Columbus throughout the world want everyone to “Keep Christ In Christmas.”

Prison Outreach at Christmas

The Diocesan Restorative Ministry Office is seeking monetary donations to purchase small, identical gifts for the men at the Saskatoon Correctional Centre, as a way to share our Christmas joy, and let them know they are not forgotten by God or by the community. Donations can be dropped off or sent “Attention Dianne” at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, second floor, Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon, S7S 1H1 (Please make cheques out to “Restorative Ministry”). Donations can also be made online at https://dscf.ca/designated-ministry-support (choose “Prison Ministry – Christmas” in the drop-down box).

Delicious Monthly Pancake Breakfasts!

THIS Sunday, Nov. 20, at St. Joseph's Hall on Broadway

Everyone is welcome to join the K of C Chapter #11429 - San Lorenzo Ruiz - for their delicious monthly Sunday morning pancake breakfasts, held in St. Joseph's Parish Hall, on Broadway Ave. & 8th Street. These yummy breakfasts will be served on Sundays, from 10 am to 1 pm, on the following dates:

Nov. 20, Jan. 22/23, Feb. 19, Mar. 19, April 23, and May 28.  

The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children 5-15 years.  Breakfasts consists of pancakes (with syrup or whipped cream & berries!), sausages, scrambled eggs, toast, coffee and juice. Come on over and join us!  Everyone is welcome!

Donate your recycling refund to Catholic TRC Healing Response

Please consider donating your recycling refund to Catholic TRC Healing Response. There are four "drop-and-go" recycling locations in Saskatoon where you are able to donate your returnable deposit proceeds to the Diocesan TRC fund:

1.  350B-103^rd St. East in Sutherland
2.  2327 Faithful Ave.
3.  2900 Jasper Ave.
4.  2305-22^nd St. West

Note:  These locations will have a separate entrance for Drop and Go.  Everything is a touch screen, and when it asks for your account, you can type in TRC or trc.  You will enter the number of tags you need for your bags and stick them on before droping them off.  Thank you for your kind contributions to the Catholic TRC Healing Response!

Filipino Catholic Community of Saskatoon

Next Monthly Mass - Sun. Nov. 20

The Filipino Catholic Community of Saskatoon gathers on the third Sunday of every month to celebrate Mass at St. Paul Co-Cathedral, 720 Spadina Cr. E., with the next celebration to be held on Sunday, October 16, at 5:00 pm. The Filipino Catholic community also holds a weekly Novena in English every Friday at 5:30 pm at. St. Paul Co-Cathedral. Everyone is welcome. 

The final date for Sunday 5 pm Mass for 2022 at the Co-Cathedral will be:  December 18.   

Catholic Saskatoon NEWS

Our Diocese has an online news portal featuring local, national and international Catholic news. Go to “Catholic Saskatoon News” at https://news.rcdos.ca to check out the latest coverage, or to sign up to receive headline updates via e-mail. The Diocese also has a Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/saskatoonrcdiocese and can be found on Twitter at https://twitter.com/SaskatoonCath.

Weekly Diocesan Bulletin

Get the latest fall news from around the Saskatoon Diocese!

Find out what's going on around the Diocese, including upcoming events, new learning opportunities to help you grow in your faith,  and other interesting information and announcements.

St. Philip Neri Masses are live-streamed, every Saturday at 5 pm

 If you aren’t able to attend Mass in person, you may watch it LIVE on YouTube.

To find us on YouTube, click on St Philip Neri YouTube Channel or go to our website, stphilipneriparish.ca and get to our channel from there.

NOTE:  If you are hard of hearing or would like to have the Live-Streamed Services "with text", please click the “cc”/ “Closed Caption” icon/button at the bottom right on your computer screen, below the live-streamed service.  You will be able to see the words of the speaker!

We have left past Masses up on our channel for you to watch, or you can tune in to our next upcoming LIVE Masses on the dates and times below:

Upcoming Live-Streams: 

Saturday, November 19 - 5:00 pm (Fr. Mike)

Saturday, November 26 - 5:00 pm (Fr. Mike)